So you’ve found your winter attire at the bottom of the closet and have stocked up on your favourite hot drinks and soups. You are ready for below-zero temperatures, but what about your home? Have you taken the steps to winterize your home before the cold?
As a homeowner, you should take precautionary steps to ensure your house is well prepared for winter, not only to prevent damage and enhance winter comfort but also to maintain your property’s value over the long run. Here are several ways you can start preparing your home for winter before it’s too late.
Key Takeaways: How to Prepare Your Home for Winter
Seal Your Home’s Envelope: Find and seal all air leaks in your windows, doors, and foundation — your first line of defence against the cold.
Maintain Your Furnace: Get your furnace professionally inspected and cleaned long before winter arrives. A healthy furnace is key to a warm and safe winter.
Prevent Frozen Pipes: Drain all outdoor water lines and insulate any pipes in unheated areas like basements or crawl spaces to prevent bursting—and headaches.
Prepare for Emergencies: Be well-prepared for home or on the road by putting together survival kits.
Check out these tips here:
Tip 1: Conduct a Thorough Inspection for Air Leaks and Cracks
Tip 2: Insulate Your Windows with Plastic Film
Tip 3: Check and Reinforce Your Weather-Stripping
Tip 4: Check Your Attic Insulation
Tip 5: Use Draft Stoppers for Doors
Tip 6: Test and Maintain Your Furnace
Tip 7: Schedule a Professional Furnace Inspection and Cleaning
Tip 8: Replace Your Furnace Filter
Tip 9: Replace Your Furnace
Tip 10: Reverse Your Ceiling Fans
Tip 11: Drain All Outdoor Water Faucets
Tip 12: Drain Your Sprinkler System(s)
Tip 13: Add Insulation to Your Pipes
Tip 14: Clean Out Your Eavestroughs and Downspouts
Tip 15: Inspect Your Roof
Tip 16: Trim Trees and Bushes
Tip 17: Build a Home Survival Kit
Tip 18: Test Your Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Tip 19: Build a Travel Survival Kit
Tip 20: Stock Up on Non-Perishable Food and Water
For any other tips and tricks reach out today and lets get you started!